Here are the top five stories in Reading this week (Saturday, December 9 to Saturday, December 16).
1. Reading's new all-you-can-eat restaurant in town centre
A new all-you-can-eat restaurant has opened in Reading’s town centre.
Aka BBQ Station has just set up shop on St Mary’s Butts, the site formerly being occupied by Pizza Express.
Serving traditional Korean cuisine, Aka prides itself on being a one-of-a-kind buffet and BBQ restaurant.
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2. Dogs Trust: Five charming dogs and pups looking for a forever home
With Christmas just around the corner, Dogs Trust is seeing its biggest influx of dogs that are in search of their forever homes.
Although fostering is a great way to see if that adorable pup is for you, nothing beats the companionship and love of a dog that you know can call your own.
However as the saying goes, ‘a dog is forever not just for Christmas’, so think wisely about your decision to make the choice.
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3. Sweeney and Todd pie shop Reading gets new hygiene rating
READING'S iconic pie shop has received a new hygiene rating from food inspectors.
Sweeney & Todd in Castle Street, Reading was given a score of four our of five after an inspection was carried out on November 2, the Food Standards Agency's website shows.
It means that of Reading's 288 restaurants, cafes and canteens with ratings, 218 (76%) have ratings of five and none have zero ratings.
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4. Reading food places with lowest hygiene ratings revealed
Ever wondered if your favourite eatery or food store is actually harbouring a “dirty” secret?
Records have been released by the Food Standards Agency detailing the lowest hygiene ratings in Reading, and here’s a list of all the ones that were rated one star and below.
Apologies in advance…
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5. Sweeney & Todd pie shop applauded for 'best pies in Reading'
Reading’s iconic pie shop has been described as ‘second to none’ following 45 years in business.
Sweeney & Todd in Castle Street, Reading was opened by Alan and June Hayward selling everything from scotched eggs to classic homemade pies with every filling imaginable.
Although Reading has seen a fair few changes throughout the years, this business has stayed constant within the town and throughout the community.
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